Graduate Capstone Project

COURSE:

PURPOSE:

Demonstration of proficiency in the application of program goals and concentration area content.

PROCESS:

The student will

Identify a problem to solve (related to the student’s practice),

Review of the current research related to the problem,

Gather and analyze data related to the problem

Report the findings

Draw conclusions and make recommendations for further action.

Comprehensive Exam Information

The graduate comprehensive exam assess attainment of the graduate program goals in both core and concentration areas. The exam measure the knowledge and experiences gained in graduate programs as a student, as well as the degree to which knowledge and experiences can be applied to real world practice and education professionals.

Advisement

CONCENTRATION AREA ADVISEMENT

Concentration area advisors direct students’ enrollment advisement and release of advising holds up to the point students select a faculty committee.

COMMITTEE CHAIR ADVISEMENT

During the semester enrolled in EDUC 5398 Techniques of Research, students should select faculty committees. Once selected the student’s committee chair serves as advisor for enrollment and coordinates assessment of capstone project and comprehensive exam.